abyss
柯林斯词典
1. N-COUNT An abyss is a very deep hole in the ground. 深渊[文学性]
The torrent, swollen by the melting snow, plunges into a tremendous abyss. 因融化的雪水而高涨的急流泻入一个巨大的深渊之中。
2. N-COUNT If someone is on the edge or brink of an abyss, they are about to enter into a very frightening or threatening situation. 深渊 (指危险处境)[文学性]
...a warning that the Middle East was on the brink of an abyss. …一则有关中东已经濒临深渊的警告。
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abyss /əˈbɪs/ (abysses)
剑桥词典
abyss noun [C usually singular] (HOLE)
literarya very deep hole that seems to have no bottom
深渊
abyss noun [C usually singular] (BAD SITUATION)
a difficult situation that brings trouble or destruction
困境;险境;绝境
The country is sinking /plunging into an abyss of violence and lawlessness. 这个国家正陷入暴力和法制崩溃的深渊。
She found herself on the edge of an abyss. 她发现自己岌岌可危。 返回 abyss